In this review, we will be comparing DALI Spektor 6 and RP-6000F, two Passive Floor-standing speakers from DALI and Klipsch.
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of DALI Spektor 6 and Klipsch RP-6000F first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
DALI Spektor 6 Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 1" Soft-Dome Tweeter
- 2 x 6.5" Wood Fiber Woofer
- 43-26k Hz Frequency Response
- 88.5 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 6ohms
- Power Range:30-150watts
- Weight:13.80kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 972.0" x 7.7" x 12.3"( 972.0 x 195.0 x 313.0mm )
Klipsch RP-6000F Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 1" Tractrix Horn Tweeter
- 2 x 6.5" Cerametallic Woofer
- 34-25k Hz Frequency Response
- 97 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 8ohms
- Power Range:up to 125watts
- Weight:22.27kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 1010.0" x 9-5/16" x 17"( 1010.0 x 237.0 x 432.0mm )
What size room are the DALI Spektor 6 and Klipsch RP-6000F speakers good for?
The size of the room in which you are planning to use these loudspeakers is an important decision
factor. Here we have compared their suitability to various sizes of environments considering their size
and max power parameters:
| Listening Environment* |
DALI Spektor 6 |
Klipsch RP-6000F |
| Near-field |
Bad |
Bad |
| Small Room |
Poor |
Poor |
| Mid-size Room |
Good |
Good |
| Large Room |
Good |
Good |
| Very Large Room |
Poor |
Poor |
(* Approximate Room sizes: Small < 100sq. ft / 9 m2,
Mid-size: 100-220 sq. ft / 9-20 m2, Large 220-400 sq. ft / 20-36 m2, Very Large: >
400 sq. ft / 36 m2.
Average Floor Height: 9" / 2.7m. Typical room sizes differ from country to country, and the actual
listening experience changes depending on floor height, room shape, surface materials, listening
position, speaker locations, etc.)
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the DALI Spektor 6 and Klipsch RP-6000F compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these loudspeakers is the better choice for you.
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Drivers
Both DALI Spektor 6 and RP-6000F are 2-way speakers.
| Driver |
DALI Spektor 6 |
Klipsch RP-6000F |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
2 x 6.5-inch
|
2 x 6.5-inch
|
DALI Spektor 6 features a 1" Soft-Dome Tweeter and 2 x 6.5" Wood Fiber Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2500Hz. On the other hand, the RP-6000F features a 1" Tractrix Horn Tweeter and 2 x 6.5" Cerametallic Woofer .
Frequency Response
DALI Spektor 6 has a frequency range of 43-26k Hz whereas RP-6000F has a frequency range of 34-25k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 34Hz, the RP-6000F can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the DALI Spektor 6's min frequency of 43Hz.
Below graphs depict how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average values of the Min and Max Frequencies of other speakers in the Floor-standing class in our database.
Low Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
High Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
None of these speakers achieves full range experience which is commonly agreed as 20Hz-20kHz. In order to achieve lower lows / deeper bass, we recommend you pair these with a subwoofer. Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available options.
Impedance and Sensitivity
DALI Spektor 6 is a 6 ohms speaker compared to the RP-6000F which has a nominal impedance of 8 ohms.
These two speakers also have different sensitivity levels. DALI Spektor 6 sensitivity is rated at 88.5 dB and the RP-6000F's is rated at 97 dB. This 8 dB difference makes the Klipsch RP-6000F a more sensitive speaker compared to DALI Spektor 6, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.
Sensitivity
Floor-standing Speakers
Power Range
Power
range is the range of input power in watts RMS that a loudspeaker is designed to handle. While using
an amplifier within this range ensures the nominal performance , inputting a power that is higher than the
max wattage can result in a damaged speaker.
DALI Spektor 6 can handle a max power of 150 watts RMS from the amp the whereas RP-6000F has a max power handling value of 125 watts RMS, 25 watts less than the DALI Spektor 6.
Keep in mind that a higher max power handling value doesn't necessarily make that a louder speaker
compared to a lower max handling speaker. Loudness or the sound level is also impacted by parameters
such as Impedance, sensitivity and system efficiencies.
Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring
RP-6000F features Post posts which make bi-amping or bi-wiring possible. DALI Spektor 6 has a Binding post which doesn't feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
Klipsch RP-6000F's Post terminals allows Bi-amping or bi-wiring
Cabinet Type and Port Position
Both DALI Spektor 6 and RP-6000F have rear firing ports. Rear ported speakers generally need more room between the backside of the speaker and the wall compared to sealed and front/bottom ported speakers. Placing the speakers too close to the walls may cause the bass to sound boomy.
If you are limited in space and can't get the speakers away from the backwall, check our Speakers with Front Firing Ports page.
Physical Specs
Size of a speaker can sometimes become an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare DALI Spektor 6's and Klipsch RP-6000F's external dimensions. DALI Spektor 6 has external dimensions of 972.0 x 195.0 x 313.0mm ( 38.3 x 7.7 x 12.3inch) whereas Klipsch RP-6000F has external dimensions of 1010.0 x 237.0 x 432.0mm ( 39-3/4 x 9-5/16 x 17inch) .
Klipsch RP-6000F is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 42mm wider, 38mm taller and 119mm deeper than DALI Spektor 6.
Base Surface Area Comparison
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base surface area of the DALI Spektor 6 is approximately 610.4cm2 / 94.6inch2 and base area of the Klipsch RP-6000F is approximately 1023.8cm2 / 158.7inch2. The DALI Spektor 6 requires 40% less surface area than the RP-6000F which gives it a small advantage on placement in tight spaces.
Weight Comparison The weight of a loudspeaker can become an important factor if you need to move and reposition the unit often. Weight of a speaker can also "sometimes" be an indicator of the rigidity of the enclosure and the quality of the internal components used. The DALI Spektor 6 weighs 13.80kg / 30.4lbs and the Klipsch RP-6000F weighs 22.27kg / 49lbs. This makes the RP-6000F 61% heavier than the DALI Spektor 6.
Here is a comparison of how DALI Spektor 6 and RP-6000F's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Floor-standing class.
Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
What's in the Box of DALI Spektor 6?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of DALI Spektor 6:
Floorstanding loudspeaker GrilleRubber Feet4 Spike-feetManual
What's in the Box of Klipsch RP-6000F?
Here are the items that come with the RP-6000F:
Floorstanding loudspeakerStabilizer feet (installed)Grille (installed)2 Terminal jumpers (installed)User ManualImportant Safety InstructionsWarranty Information
 Max Input Power |
150 watts
vs
125 watts
|
Handle more power from your amplifier |
 High Frequency Response |
26k Hz
vs
25k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Height |
972mm
vs
1010mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
610cm2
vs
1023cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
 Sensitivity |
97 dB
vs
89 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
 Nominal Impedance |
8 ohms
vs
6 ohms
|
Less selective with amplifiers |
 Low Frequency Response |
34 Hz
vs
43 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 Bi-Amping and Bi-Wiring |
Yes
vs
No
|
Allows bi-amping and bi-wiring connections |
| General |
DALI Spektor 6 |
Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-6000F |
| Brand |
DALI |
Klipsch |
| Speaker Type |
Floor-standing speaker |
Floor-standing speaker |
| Power Range |
30-150 watts |
up to 125 watts |
| Sensitivity |
88.5 dB |
97 dB |
| Impedance |
6 ohms |
8 ohms |
| Frequency Response |
43-26k Hz |
34-25k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
2 |
2 |
| Woofer Size |
6.5" |
6.5" |
| Woofer Composition |
Wood Fiber |
Cerametallic |
| Woofer Surround Material |
Rubber |
Rubber |
| Tweeter Size |
1" |
1" |
| Tweeter Type |
Soft-Dome |
Tractrix Horn |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Crossover Frequency |
2500Hz |
n/a |
| Firing Direction |
rear |
rear |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
972.0mm (38.3") |
1010.0mm (39.8") |
| Width |
195.0mm (7.7") |
237.0mm (9.3") |
| Depth |
313.0mm (12.3") |
432.0mm (17") |
| Weight |
13.80kg (30.4lbs) |
22.27kg (49lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
| Finish |
MDF/Wood-grain vinyl |
MDF/Wood-grain vinyl |
| Available Colors |
Black Ash, Walnut, White |
Walnut, Black |
| Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| Biamp Inputs |
No |
Yes |
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |